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A Local Neighborhood Is Also Pennsylvania’s Most Expensive
For the second time in nearly a year, a neighborhood in the Philadelphia region has been declared the most expensive neighborhood in Pennsylvania, based on average home prices. Villanova, with an average home price of $3,762,000, is honored as the state’s most expensive neighborhood, writes Matt Pelkey for CashNetUSA. The same community had that title…
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Cheesesteak Bowl Sunday in Broomall Reveals Two Champions
The men had 10 minutes to consume as many cheesesteaks as they could at this year’s Cheesesteak Bowl Sunday at the Marple Public House restaurant in Broomall. This year, some came armed for the fifth-annual National Cheesesteak Day competition. One contestant had earbuds. Another brought antacids, writes Michaelle Bond for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Prizes of…
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Executive Search Firm Salveson Stetson Group in Radnor Closing
One of the region’s best-known executive search firms, Salveson Stetson Group, based in Radnor, is closing after 27 years, writes Jeff Blumenthal for Philadelphia Business Journal. The firm, located in the Radnor Financial Center, worked with some of Philadelphia’s largest companies. Owner and founder John Salveson said it was not him or co-founder Sally Stetson…
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Neumann University Honors Five Alums From Delaware County
Five Neumann Delaware County alums were honored by the university with the annual Alumni Association Awards, presented on March 12. Edith Burnham Maletsky, a resident of Aston, received the John Neumann Award for her professional development, service to the university, and commitment to community service. Maletsky received her bachelor’s degree in nursing in 1976 at…
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Following Success of His Past Two Restaurants, Speer Madanat Gears Up to Open Ice Cream West Chester
Coatesville Native Speer Madanat, the chef and owner of the popular Pizza West Chester and Steaks West Chester food joints is moving onto ice cream, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Madanat has signed a lease at 14 N. Church Street, the former Juice Pod building, which is three blocks away from his pizzeria.…
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Philly Has 2 of Pennsylvania’s Best Ice Cream Parlors
Ice cream is one of Pennsylvania’s favorite desserts, so much so that Pennsylvania ranks among the top 12 states in ice cream consumption, writes Damon Zemlak for East Coast Traveler. Among the best ice cream parlors in Pennsylvania, two of which are located in Philadelphia. The first is The Franklin Fountain in Old City, which…
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Bucks County’s Major Canal Overhaul: From New Hope to Washington Crossing, What’s Underway
Several Bucks County canal projects are officially in progress at Delaware Canal State Park thanks to a $9 million investment, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The six major projects encompass infrastructure improvement and repairs, including critical responses to damages from a major rain event in July 2023. The projects span across New…
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The Guy Who Blew Up Vet’s Stadium Grew Up in Broomall
Twenty years ago on March 21, 2004, Broomall native Nick Peetros, working for the L.F. Driscoll Co., imploded Veteran’s Stadium to clear the way so they could build Citizen’s Bank Park, writes Josh Tolentino for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Peetros was the guy who controlled the detonator button that imploded the stadium back in 2004, though…
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Upper Darby Quaker Thomas Garrett Honored in Undeground Railroad Stamp Series
A new U.S. Postal Service stamp honoring Upper Darby Quaker Thomas Garrett for his work in the Underground Railroad was unveiled at a ceremony March 9 in Church Creek, Maryland that included a speech told from Garret’s perspective presented by his descendant Bob Seeley from Havertown. Garrett helped more than 2,700 people to freedom, including…
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Cardinal O’Hara Lions Win PIAA Class 6A State Title
The Cardinal O’Hara Lions took down Spring-Ford 42-26 Friday night to win a PIAA Class 6A title, the program’s third state win in four years, writes Andrew Robison for the City of Basketball Love, as printed in The Philadelphia Inquirer. It was an impressive comeback for the girls’ basketball team after losing to rival Archbishop…
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When It’s Time for Brunch, These 5 Spots in Delaware County Don’t Disappoint
There’s plenty of places in Delaware County to get your brunch on, whether it’s classic breakfast combos, sophisticated, fresh pastries, or brunch cocktails, writes Samantha Geiger for Main Line Today. Here are five recommended favorite brunch locations that provide a special experience. See the entire list of favorite brunch locations in the Main Line area…
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SCORE Offers Small Business Help with These March Workshops and Webinars
SCORE Chester and Delaware Counties is announcing several free March SCORE webinars to help small business owners. Win Customers with Your Website How do you set your website up to win over customers? Your website has to attract and engage visitors, educate them about your products and services, and convert them into customers. Success begins with…
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Downingtown’s Becky Desmond Inspired Students, Contributing to Community For More Than 50 Years
For more than 50 years, Rebecca Jane Desmond inspired students, coached tennis, and was an honored community leader in Downingtown. She died in her home on Saturday, March 2, 2024. A Life Celebration is scheduled for Sunday, April 21, 2024, at 2 PM at Downingtown West High School, 445 Manor Avenue, Downingtown. Those attending are…
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Forbes: Clemens Food Group Went From Humble Hatfield Beginnings to Fifth-Largest Pork Producer in U.S.
Clemens Food Group is one of the largest pork producers in the United States, and throughout its 129-year history, the company has always led with humane practices, writes Chloe Sorvino for Forbes. Now in its sixth generation of family ownership, its current president, 41-year-old Brad Clemens is a former mergers and acquisitions lawyer who, like…
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Morrisville Couple Sells Pokémon Collection to Fund Home for Foster Teens
Morrisville resident Mel Kulenski, a dedicated social worker and foster parent, made the difficult decision to sell her cherished Pokémon collection to fund renovations for her inherited childhood home, writes Laura Hoover for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The sale fetched over $10,000, thanks to a rare, first-edition Charizard card. Mel, a Pokémon fan since the mid-1990s,…
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University of Pennsylvania Libraries Receive Donation of Over 75,000 Comics from Avid Collectors
Avid collectors Gary and Dawn Prebula have donated over 75,000 single-issue comics and graphic novels to the University of Pennsylvania Libraries, writes Amanda Alexander for Penn Libraries. Gary Prebula, a University of Pennsylvania alumnus, received his first comic book when he was just 3, which sparked an interest in him that would grow and develop…
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Fair Acres Geriatric Center Tower Gets a Multi-Floor Rebuild
A 10-year project to renovate the top three floors of the Fair Acres Geriatric Center’s tallest building was celebrated Thursday with a red carpet dedication, writes Kathleen E. Carey for the Daily Times. County officials and dignitaries cut the ribbon on the 11th floor of Building 8, officially opening the 10th, 11th and 12th floors…
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Here’s Your Guide to Italian Restaurants in Delaware County
Several generations of Italian Americans have made their home here in Delaware County, so it’s not surprising that there are plenty of good Italian restaurants to be found here. Main Line Today’s Kylee Steigelman has compiled a list of 47 Italian restaurant that can be found here at home. Read on for the top six…
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